New ZealandCopper network outage hits 117 customers in Western Bay of PlentyChorus's copper network is down in parts of Western Bay of Plenty and Tauranga.18 Mar 12:07 AM
New Zealand‘Middle class struggle’: Housing costs hit essential workersMarket rent is $650 per week; these homes will rent for $520, saving $6760 annually.17 Mar 11:39 PM
Crime'Trial must be brought to an end': Murder case unexpectedly haltedOnly four of the 31 witnesses had testified before the trial ended.17 Mar 11:35 PM
New ZealandPolice seek man in relation to Ōtorohanga burglariesPolice believed he had information that could assist with inquiries.17 Mar 11:13 PM
New ZealandTruck rolls on SH1 in North Island, one seriously injuredOne person was airlifted in a serious condition.17 Mar 11:02 PM
New Zealand‘Repugnant to justice’: Judge says jail only option for serial shoplifterKenneth Waaka didn't want media to take his photo because he was embarrassed.17 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandChokepoints in a tsunami: New evacuation model set to be revealed for NapierThe roads to safety won’t all be traffic-free for those trying to find high ground.17 Mar 10:44 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthFood for thought: Could you eat only food produced near you?Opinion: “Locavore March” is promoted as the new way of eating with the mind engaged.17 Mar 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJuicy Fest, Timeless Summer Tour companies owe more than $2.4mOne ticketholder fears the chances of a refund are 'extremely low'. 17 Mar 10:05 PM
New ZealandPublic warned not to approach wanted manPolice seek Sam Te Puni Tainui, 28, with a warrant for arrest.17 Mar 10:03 PM
New ZealandMitch Rees dominates NZ Superbikes, clinches third national titleHe secured his third title in the premier 1000cc superbike class.17 Mar 10:02 PM
New ZealandClub cricket finals weekend: Taradale on a hot streak at the perfect timeThe unexpected rise of Taradale - can they go all the way this weekend?17 Mar 09:38 PM
New Zealand'It's getting scary now': Drought-hit farmers face harsh winter'At the end of the day, everyone takes their turn at a bad season - this is ours.'17 Mar 08:25 PM
New Zealand‘We all had a ball’: Close to 5000 people taste the best meatballs in HastingsAround 4500 to 5000 people attended the inaugural Hastings event.17 Mar 08:25 PM
New ZealandWild goose chase: Report of swimmers in distress sparks rescue missionRescue teams in Tauranga responded to reports of swimmers in distress.17 Mar 08:03 PM
New ZealandCollege secures regional debating title for third year'Prevalence of technopessimism' subject of grand final debate.17 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandTokoroa receives biggest housing boost since the 1970sStrathmore Park is expected to deliver 187 homes in stages.17 Mar 07:26 PM
New Zealand‘Privileged and excited’: Pāpāmoa mum’s journey to Ironman successNicole Storm cried with pride for 30 minutes after finishing her first Ironman.17 Mar 07:08 PM
KahuHow a Kiwi butcher carved her path to a world stage in ParisShe is the only female on the Hellers Sharp Blacks team of six butchers.17 Mar 06:36 PM
CrimeBullets fired into packed rural pub near Wairoa, police investigate gang linksPolice are searching for a white hatchback seen in the area before the shooting.17 Mar 06:02 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHydro lake levels are at record lows, but that could quickly changeSevere wind and rain forecast for the central and southern parts of the country this week.17 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandFar North news briefs – New sports hub, upgraded tsunami maps and bowel screeningNews snippets from the Far North.17 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland share farmers of the year are Kaitāia coupleFar North couple are 2025 Northland share farmers of the year.17 Mar 05:00 PM
Travel newsNew Zealand's Best Baches: Meet this year's 2025 Bach Of The Year winnersAn inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.17 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandKerikeri-based budgeting and family service closing its doorsFar North budgeting and family service closing after 27 years helping struggling families17 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Red wine’: Taradale’s woman secret to a long life at 100'I feel like I’m having my second childhood.'17 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ blueberries ripe for expansionNew Zealand produced about 4000 tonnes of blueberries in 2023/2024 on 1000 hectares.17 Mar 04:01 PM
New ZealandThe ‘defining moment’ that inspired Whanganui’s newest cop'It made me realise that I truly had what was needed to put others first.' 17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCold, rain, thunderstorms to affect much of NZSouth Island temperatures are expected to fall by at least 15C.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘We could lose experts’: Funding uncertainty for literacy teachersPossible reinvestment of funds has been labelled 'a kneejerk reaction to finances'.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s very physical’: Northland cleaning injury claims cost millionsNorthlanders have nearly $7m in ACC claims for cleaning injuries since 2020.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand96-year-old skydiver honoured for raising $51k for St JohnJean Crabtree, 96, was honoured with the St John Priory Vote of Thanks.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandDogs maul woman in Northland: Man comes to rescue, also gets attackedThe woman was painting her house when four dogs broke through her fence and set upon her. 17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo orthopaedic surgeons leaving Whanganui Hospital after 65 years of surgery'The people you’re operating on tend to be your neighbours, friends.'17 Mar 04:00 PM
